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As LIV Golf and PGA Tour attempt to finalise a merger, the impact on sports entertainment and conditions for players will raise regulatory questions on both side of the Atlantic – but the outcome of US and EU merger scrutiny may differ.

In Trump’s inauguration week, markets will focus on his policy announcements, which may significantly impact market movements. Other key economic veri from major economies, along with corporate earnings, are also set to influence investor sentiment.

European stock markets continued their rally on Friday, with large-cap indices reaching levels unseen in over two decades.

European stock markets experienced a strong rally following cooling inflation veri from the UK and the US on Wednesday. However, the weakness in the euro and the pound sterling may persist due to the ongoing economic and political uncertainties.

The euro has rebounded against the US dollar over the past two trading days on news that the US president-elect may consider a gradual pace of hiking tariffs. However, the trend may be vulnerable to the upcoming US CPI, which is expected to remain sticky in December.

Bitcoin price reclaimed the $100,000 (€96,300) mark on Monday, triggered by a sharp retreat in the US dollar. However, the rally may not be sustained due to a relatively low trading volume and the lack of a fresh catalyst.

French 10-year bond yields are climbing ever higher, showing a mounting concern for the country’s finances. But does the current pricing spell trouble for the country’s future debt servicing?